Broker Recommendation
Analysts at Citigroup upgraded Roper Industries (NYSE: ROP) from “neutral” to “buy.” The target price for Roper Industries has been raised from $112 to $130.

Roper Industries shares gained 0.64% to close at $107.69 yesterday.

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